Nursery Practitioner L3

YMCA BCG; Walsall; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Discount portal access

Leave entitlements: 25 days + 8 bank"

Health plan (SimplyHealth)

Staff discounts: childcare & gym

CPD & career progression

Job summary

YMCA Black Country Group is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to create meaningful learning experiences for children, delivering activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage. You will observe and assess progress, supporting families to extend skills and confidence within a trauma-informed setting.

The role requires Level 3 EYFS qualification, with a passion for safeguarding and high-quality provision. The organisation emphasises CPD opportunities and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Level 3 EYFS qualification with experience in planning and implementing EYFS.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities for key groups.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities using the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Complete observations and assessments to track children's progress.
• Support parents and carers to extend their skills and boost confidence.
• Maintain high-quality provision and promote best practice.
• Safeguard the welfare of all children in your care.

Skills

Plan engaging activities

Observation & assessment

Safeguarding knowledge

Parent engagement

Education

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Job description

As a Nursery Practitioner, you create meaningful learning experiences that help children thrive. Responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver engaging activities for your key group using the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Complete observations and assessments to track children's progress
• Support parents and carers to extend their skills and boost confidence
• Maintain high-quality provision and promote best practice
• Safeguard the welfare of all children in your care

What we are looking for:

Somebody who is passionate about working with children and their families, and creating safe and stimulating learning environments where children can grow and develop.

Most importantly, you will be Level 3 qualified with experience in planning and implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum.

What do we offer?

Beyond a competitive salary and the chance to work for an organisation passionate about community impact, after 6 months you will receive:

• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and an increase based on length of service
• SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
• Staff discount for: childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases
• Ongoing opportunities for CPD & various career progression routes

YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.

Our Safeguarding commitment

YMCA Black Country Group is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 references, which will be verified via telephone, before taking up the role.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications.